Please join us for Authors Unlimited 4 on April 25,2015 at 10:00-3:00pm. The event, taking place at St. Joseph’s College in Patchogue, celebrates reading by connecting teens and authors. It is a free full-day program open to everyone, but teens and tweens get preferred seating! Attendees will get the chance to meet dynamic authors of young adult literature first at an author panel and then in smaller breakout sessions afterward. Books will be available for purchase with time for autographs at the end of the day! Teens who attend can earn community service by attending and writing a review for the Authors Unlimited blog!

Time for TwosWednesdays, March 25 & April 1 • 10:00-10:45am (24-35 months with parent/caregiver)Visit the Library and enjoy building social skills in a relaxed, friendly environment; includes free play, songs, stories and a craft. Siblings are welcome.

Art StartsFriday, March 6 • 10:00-10:45am(2-4 years with parent/caregiver)Different crafts encourage children's eye-hand coordination and gross and fine motor skills development as they explore a variety of materials; includes storytime. Dress to make a mess.

Library PlaydateTuesday, March 3 • 10:00-10:45am (2-4 years with parent/caregiver)Seize the play and keep the mess at our place! Join us for an informal playdate – meet other children and families while playing with toys and creating an art project.

Sensory StorytimeThursday, March 19 • 10:00-10:45am (2-4 years with parent/caregiver)Enjoy a hands-on approach to learning through exploring our sensory boxes and participate in a storytime. The enthusiasm in the program is palpable! Dress to make a mess.

Music with Miss EmilyMonday, March 2 • 2:30-3:15pm (PROGRAM CANCELLED)(3-5 years with parent/caregiver)Sing along, move and groove to some sweet tunes with Miss Emily and her guitar.

Mix It UpMonday, March 9 • 2:30-3:00pm(3-5 years with parent/caregiver)Join us for storytime and art activities that will encourage creativity and artistic exploration.

Here Kitty, KittyTuesday, March 17 • 2:30-3:15pm (3-5 years with parent/caregiver)Join us for some fur flying fun in this storytime all about kitties! Create your own wild jaguar kitty to bring home.

Elmer Storytime FunFriday, March 27 • 11:00-11:30am(3-5 years with parent/caregiver)Come to the Library and hear some stories about Elmer the loveable elephant and make a craft featuring this adorable character.

Fun for 4s & 5sThursdays, March 5 & 12 • 2:30-3:00pm (4-5 years)There’s no better time to engage your child in the world of books and the imagination. This program is designed for children who can listen independently.

Pi in the SkylineTuesday, March 10 • 4:30-5:15pm(5-7 years)March 14th is Pi Day! We’re celebrating by using this number as the formula for a work of art. Come and see how math becomes art!

Happy St. Patrick’s DayMonday, March 16 • 4:30-5:15pm (5-7 years)A pot o’ gold awaits everyone at this St. Patrick’s Day celebration! Join us for some stories and a cool shamrock craft.

Bunnies, Bunnies, BunniesTuesday, March 24 • 7:00-7:45pm (5-7 years)Get ready to “HOP” into spring with Judy Wilson. Listen to a bunny tale and see some adorable baby bunnies!

Krafty KidzThursday, March 26 • 4:30-5:15pm(5-7 years)Every month we will explore different art mediums and techniques to create a fun project. Dress to make a mess.

LEGO® LeagueThursday, April 2 • 4:30-5:15pm (5-7 years)Calling all master builders! Bring your imagination to this block party and construct your own creations using our collection of LEGO® BRICKS!

Circle of Friends: A Sensory Experience for Children with Special NeedsWednesday, March 18 • 4:30-5:15pm (5-8 years with parent/caregiver)An enrichment program for children ages 5-8 with developmental delays, those along the autism spectrum and those typically developing with special needs. Partner with your child in a safe, nurturing, environment to lay the foundation for successful future learning. Taught by Lisa Joy Walters, a NYS Certified Special Education Teacher.

In Like a LionTuesday, March 17 • 4:30-5:15pm (7-10 years)Use odd materials to make a lion during this month of unpredictably odd weather!

JeopardySaturday, March 7 • 11:00-11:45am (8-12 years)Do you think you have what it takes? Test your knowledge in a rousing game of Jeopardy! With a wide range of questions, from popular candy to state capitols, everyone is bound to know something!

Artist Trading CardsThursday, March 12 • 4:30-5:15pm (8-12 years)Children will learn about different artists and their styles, experiment with different mediums, and build a portfolio of ATCs they’ve either created themselves or traded with others.

Observe and PaintMonday, March 23 • 4:30-5:15pm (8-12 years)Be inspired by looking at Post-Impressionist artist Paul Cezanne’s work and then try your own hand at some simple still-life painting. Observe and then create with paint in your own unique style.

LEGO® LegendsTuesday, March 24 • 4:30-5:15pm (8-12 years)Calling all master builders! Bring your imagination to this block party and construct your own creations using our collection of LEGO® BRICKS!

Junior MakerSpaceFriday, April 3 • 11:00-11:45am (8-12 years)Tinker in this one of a kind lab that explores science, simple mechanics, elements of design and other creative projects. The possibilities are only limited by your imagination.

Camera ClubTuesday, March 31 • 4:30-5:15pm (9-12 years)Look through a lens and practice perspective! Take a photo; any photo and email it to Miss Emily at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. three days before the program. In the program, we’ll view and discuss some of your photos. We will also learn about a famous photographer and a new photography technique to practice for next month.

Tween Tech Lab Thursday, March 5 • 4:30-5:15pm (10-12 years)Join us in our brand new computer lab for assistance using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Publisher. No food or drink permitted in the lab.

Creation StationSaturdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28 • 10:00am-4:00pm (For families with children under the age of 12)Are you looking for something to do on Saturday? Come to the library during these hours and complete some cool crafts.

Family Game DayFriday, March 20 • 5:00-5:45pm (For families with children under the age of 12)Enjoy family time at the Library while playing; our collection includes classics and some new favorites! No registration required.

Family MoviesEnjoy a fun afternoon family movie!Saturday, March 28 • 2:30pm (For families with children under the age of 12)The Nut JobSurly is a mischievous squirrel with a mission: to find the tastiest nuts for winter. When he discovers a whole store filled with his favorite food, he plans a heist of nutrageous proportions. The fur is sure to fly in this hilarious adventure!Rated PG; runtime 86 minutes

Life-Sized Candy LandThursday, April 9 • 2:30-3:00pm Thursday, April 9 • 3:00-3:30pm Thursday, April 9 • 3:30-4:00pm Thursday, April 9 • 4:00-4:30pm(For families with children under the age of 12)Visit Queen Frostine, Lord Licorice and Princess Lolly at the Smithtown Library as you play our life size version of Candy Land. YOU become the playing piece in this classic children’s game, and you collect candy as you travel Gumdrop Pass to Lollipop Woods, Peanut Brittle House, and Candy Castle. Don’t forget your camera!

Mutt-i-grees Pet ParadeSaturday, April 11 • 2:00-3:00pm (For families with children under the age of 12)Do you have a pet you want to show off? Bring your pet to the annual Smithtown Library pet parade! In addition to the parade we will have other activities, including face painting and crafts. All participants will receive a certificate. All types of pets are welcome. For safety purposes, children must be accompanied by an adult and pets must be on a leash or in a cage, wagon or other container. We also ask that you clean up after your pets.

Parent Workshop: Online Homework Help and Database ReviewSaturday, April 4 • 10:00-10:45am (Adults)Is your child struggling with homework, papers and tests? Join us in our brand new LearnLab to learn all about the online resources we offer including Brainfuse, a database available to all Smithtown Library cardholders which allows you to interact with live tutors in math, science, reading/writing, and social studies. Please note that your library card will be necessary in order to create a Brainfuse account.